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River Cities Concert AssociationP.O. Box 191 • Menominee, Michigan 49858

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David Shannon: star of Les Miz, Phantom, Miss Saigon, Sweeney Todd inLondon's West End and Simon Morgan: star of La Boheme, Pagliacci, Tosca,Candide and Cosi Fan Tutti in Ireland are internationally accomplished singerswho have traveled the globe performing for audiences around the world.From singing with top orchestras to landing leading roles in the musicals andoperas of London and Ireland, these are two great voices!

Sponsored by: Heritage Hearing Care and Rennes Group Inc.

Since its founding in 1983 the Dallas Brass has established itself asone of the finest brass ensembles in the US. The group will includetwo trumpets, french horn, trombone, tuba and a full complementof drums and percussion. Their repertoire includes Dixieland,Swing, Broadway, Hollywood, Classical masterpieces and Patriotic.

Sponsored by: Cadieu-Thielen Funeral Homeand Broadway Real Estate

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Dallas BrassBrass quintet with percussion

Thursday, October 20th, 2016

FIR - (pronounced fear )An Irish International singing duo with piano

Wednesday, November 9th, 2016

Born from two cello players of the Rastrelli Cello Quartet, RussianQuattro is a fabulous group featuring two violins and two cellos,precise musicianship, down-to-earth stage presence and a musically varied program. From Mozart to Gershwin, Tchaikovskyto traditional Irish, and Kreisler to Joplin their program will makefor a charming and unique evening of music and fun.Sponsored by: Field & Forest Products and Akins Pianocraft

Russian Quattro2 violins & 2 cellos, 4 Russians = One fantastic quartet!

Monday, March 6th, 2017

Step 1: Place yoursmartphone over thecode (using a QR scanner,which is a free application)

Step 2: Your phone willtake you to our websiteso you can hear & seethe artist(s)!

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MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS:

Number of children’s tickets needed in your $115 Plan ___________

DONATION OPTIONS:

BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP NOW!! ___ Purchase a MembershipBy purchasing a membership you are entitled to a seat at each of our four performances. By becoming a full member of our association your suggestions and assistance in presenting our concerts is vital to our program.

Be a PatronPatrons of the River Cities Concert Association have long supported the quality performances that are brought to our area eachyear. Our organization depends on the generosity of individuals and businesses to bring the highest quality in vocal and instrumental performances possible. As a patron, you will be recognized in our program book for donations made above andbeyond your regular membership commitment. Donations are tax deductible.

Youth ConcertThe Youth Concert is an educational outreach program being offered by one of the artists in the upcoming season. Students from area school districts will see a 45 minute program during the school day. It is an opportunity to exposehundreds of students to great music. To donate to this program just add your amount on your membership form nextto YOUTH CONCERT.

Piano Capital FundWe hope you have been enjoying the beautiful sounds of our Concert Grand Piano. Your donations will help us with ongoing service and maintenance as well as future enhancements to keep the piano in prime performance condition.

Sponsor a ConcertConcert sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis for an individual concert performance. Your namewill be included on the poster, brochures, website, tickets, pre-concert publicity and concert program booklet whereyou can place an ad. Sponsors also receive several complimentary tickets to the show!

Donate Your TicketsIf you cannot use your ticket to a concert give it to a friend or call Ann Buscher at 715-735-3017. Single tickets will beavailable for each concert next year and can be purchased at the door. Adults $25 Students $8.

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*Gift donations are tax-deductible.

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Today!Complete this form and mail along with your check payable to: River Cities Concert Association (RCCA)

P.O. Box 191, Menominee, MI 49858

A multi-instrument phenomenon, Dave Bennett is a clarinet virtuoso who plays electric guitar, piano, drums and vocalizes. Heis the only artist anywhere saluting The Roots of Pop: coveringmusic from the Swing Era to early Rockabilly and Country, to ElvisPresley, the Beatles and more. Dave is a blazing clarinet sensationplaying the “swing style” of Benny Goodman. This show is a BARNBURNER! DON'T MISS IT!

Sponsored by: Thielen Funeral Homeand Ann LeFleur at Mattison Insurance Agency

America’s Roots of PopDave Bennett (the new Benny Goodman)and his band of piano, drums & bass

Thursday, April 20th, 2017

Membership is Easy!• Cut out the form on page 3 & mail toRiver Cities Concert AssociationP.O. Box 191 • Menominee, Michigan 49858

• Visit our ticket outlets Heritage Hearing Care, 705 10th Ave., Menominee (906) 864-2945 Mattison Insurance Agency, Inc. - Ann LaFleur, 1405 Marinette Ave., Marinette (715) 732-4044Peshtigo Pharmacy, 220 French Street, Peshtigo (715) 582-4237

• Purchase online using your credit card at www.rcconcerts.comOn our website we’ve made it even easier for you to find all you need to know! You can review our upcoming concert schedule,purchase a membership, watch videos and learn more about our organization.

� Adult - $50

� Bronze $1-49 ______PATRON:

____________PIANO CAPITAL FUND: ____________YOUTH CONCERT:

� Silver $50-99 ______ � Gold $100+ ______

� Student - $15through college

� Family - $1152 adults & all children through high school

� Grandparent - $1152 adults & 3 grandchildren through high school

TOTAL ENCLOSED

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*Donation(s) ..................................$ _____________

Total Enclosed: $ _____________

*Gift donations are tax-deductible.

What is RCCA?The River Cities Concert Association is a non-profit organizationof music lovers who buy yearly memberships to fund a season ofconcerts of the highest quality family entertainment. We contractwith Allied Concert Services in Plymouth, Minnesota, whose rep-resentative joins us at an annual fall meeting to plan the followingyear’s series. Our membership drive begins each spring to enlist season ticket subscribers. You will receive individual tickets to eachconcert in the mail this fall. Please pay close attention to yourticket mailing as it will explain a special program we will be havingwith the Brown County Civic Concert Association. Find out howyou can go to a free concert in Green Bay!

Concerts start at 7:00 p.m.Concerts are held in the Blesch Auditorium on the corner of 13th Street and 14th Avenue in Menominee, Michigan atthe Blesch Intermediate School. The auditorium is barrier free and seats 900.

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